Mexico is escalating its dispute with the Trump administration over Washington's immigration policies, announcing legal action over the deaths of Mexican nationals in U.S. immigration custody and enforcement operations. 17 Mexicans in all have died since the federal crackdown began last year.

CGTN's Alasdair Baverstock reports from Georgia.

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